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MSc courses launched

A National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) product story

Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team Jun 12, 2007

Two new MSc courses have been designed following extensive consultation with technical specialists at NAMTEC and employers in the engineering, metal and manufacturing sectors.

Sheffield Hallam University and The National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) have launched two new postgraduate MScs that have been developed to meet employer and employee needs in the metals and manufacturing sector.

NAMTEC hosted an recently to launch the two new courses, which was attended by over 50 regional employers, partner organisations and representatives from Sheffield Hallam University.

The courses are part of the Materials, Manufacturing and Management Postgraduate Programme at Sheffield Hallam University and are open to those employed in a relevant area.

There are two courses: MSc Materials and Manufacturing Management and MSc Advanced Engineering Metals.

Most students study on a part-time basis whilst still in full employment.

There is also the possibility of studying individual modules from the courses through the University's Individual Study Programme.

Anita Sunderland from NAMTEC explains: "The new MScs were developed with employers to meet the needs of industry, which is why we are so excited about how valuable and relevant they will be".

"The courses offer clear progression routes for metals and manufacturing graduates in industry and provide a structured framework that will help fill skills and knowledge gaps and drive forward innovation for this region's metals and manufacturing businesses".

"Those candidates successfully completing this programme enjoy automatic recognition that they meet the required educational standards for Registration with EC (UK) and IOM3 for Chartered Engineers".

Development of the two MSc courses has been supported by funding from the Learning and Skills Council South Yorkshire.

Both courses have been designed following extensive consultation with technical specialists at NAMTEC and employers in the engineering, metal and manufacturing sectors, including Corus, Sheffield Forgemasters, TiMet, Allvac and Outokumpu.

Course structure and content reflects the changing demands of the metals and manufacturing sector, as David Clegg, Course Leader from Sheffield Hallam University explains: "These courses equip candidates with the knowledge and expertise essential for developing and exploiting materials, metals and manufacturing issues".

"We are delighted to be working with NAMTEC to deliver these courses which combine best practice with real life case studies and the opportunity to interact with industry experts".

"The aim is to explore the challenges that organisations currently face in an increasingly competitive environment, address the issues and make UK metals and manufacturing businesses even more productive".

He continues: "At a time when UK businesses are facing increasing competition from low-cost countries these courses should equip graduates with the skills to remain competitive and still remain based in the UK".

"Over the last few years, the UK manufacturing industry has begun to re-establish a competitive platform in many areas and the new courses should build on this strong foundation".

NAMTEC is asking regional businesses to get in touch to find out more about the new courses and funding is available through the Learning and Skills Council.